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Established in 1975, Hotel Staff is a full service, personnel placement agency, specializing in the recruitment of qualified personnel for the hospitality and allied industries. In 2002 the company became wholly owned by the consultants who assist you in your recruitment search.
We are the largest specialized Hospitality, Food & Beverage Recruitment Company in South Africa with branches in Durban, Nelspruit, Cape Town and Johannesburg. Our Recruitment consultants have all been selected from the hospitality industry and their knowledge and experience of actual operations qualify them to support and assist our clients’ recruitment needs.
Our services are retained by most of the hotel groups and leading hotels in South Africa. Suppliers to the hotel industry and various food processing companies are also counted amongst our clients. Hotel Staff was the preferred agency, at the inception of Hyatt International, Hilton International and Sheraton in South Africa. We were responsible for the entire recruitment process for the opening of their hotels in Southern Africa.
The office in Johannesburg is where Hotel Staff originated. We are proud to be both nationally and internationally active. Based in a metropolitan arena our focus falls upon large volume Hotels, Resorts, Guest Houses, Clubs as well as Restaurants, we have also actively grown our reputation in the Food production industry and with all suppliers to the hospitality trade. Recruitment specifically into industrial cleaning companies is an area of growth for Hotel Staff. We are proud to provide a service to any company that provides services related to the hospitality industry
Description:
- Ensures all stocks are kept under optimum conditions.
- Makes sure that all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time.
- Prepares all dishes to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
- Makes sure all dishes reach the passe correctly garnished, the correct portion and size, presented on the prescribed serving dish in the prescribed manner.
- Keeps his/ her section clean and tidy at all times.
- Ensures junior cooks and trainees receive the right training and optimum guidance.
- Communicates any anticipated shortages promptly to the Sous Chef or Head Chef.
- Allows no horseplay in his/her section and treats all staff fairly and with courtesy.
- Deputizes in the Sous Chef's absence and takes charge of the kitchen when directed to do so.
- Attends training courses and seminars as and when required.
- Strives to study management subjects in preparation for future advancement.
Skills/Requirements:
Must have formal qualifications.
· Salary: R5 000.00 Live out · Location: South Africa · Date Posted: 17 Jan 2012 · Employer type: Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Description:
Duties include management of all front office operations including staff management, check ins and check outs, reservations, cash ups, related reporting and administration. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the front office and reservation departments and all related guest services, achieving maximum sales and guest satisfaction, while adhering to the standards of service required by the hotel. Guest relations. Daily and monthly reports. Reporting to General Manager.
Skills/Requirements:
- Must have Opera.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal and communications skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Language skills an advantage.
- Relevant qualifications and experience a must.
· Salary: R4 500.00 Live in · Location: South Africa · Date Posted: 17 Jan 2012 · Employer type: Game Farm & Lodge
Description:
This person will be the person in charge of the kitchen and responsible/accountable for the day to day running of the entire kitchen. He or she will work shifts in order to cover breakfast, lunches and plan/prepare for upcoming functions, attend meetings with the F&B Manager and GM.
Skills/Requirements:
Applicants MUST be very hands on and not office bound.
Must have formal qualifications.
Must have previous experience in the same position.
· Salary: R6 - 10 000.00 Live in · Location: South Africa · Date Posted: 17 Jan 2012 · Employer type: Game Farm & Lodge
Description:
Must be able to work under pressure and be a self motivated individual with good communication, organization and problem solving skills. Will be required to answer phones, do reservations, flight bookings and general office admin.
Skills/Requirements:
Must have experience with the computer program Opera. Minimum 3 years experience in a similar position. Must be fluent in English , computer literate. Must have done reservations previously. Grade 12 and tertiary education essential.
· Salary: R3 500.00 Live in · Location: South Africa · Date Posted: 17 Jan 2012 · Employer type: Game Farm & Lodge
Description:
To manage section and section staff ensuring that:
- Section stock levels are correct and where required requisitioned in accordance with SOP
- Mise en place requirements are planned, actioned and handed over in accordance with SOP
- All food prepared is done in accordance with recipes an RCH and LHW time standards
- Section is set up and managed to maximise productivity and in accordance with Health and Safety and Statutory Hygiene practices and company guidelines
- Sections WIF Stock is cleaned, organised, labeled and rotated in accordance with SOP
- To communicate any challenges re. equipment, food and staff to the chef on duty as soon as it becomes known - To train staff on an ongoing basis to ensure they are always up to standard with current menu recipes and standards
- Advise kitchen management of order requirements for section stock in accordance with business levels ensuring sufficient stock and no wastage
- Ensure that fridge temperatures are monitored and reported daily
Skills/Requirements:
- Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts
- Must have at least 3 years experience in a 4* Hotel or Fine Dining Establishment
- Neat with high regard for personal hygiene and presentation
- Solid English verbal communication skills
- Understanding and application of basic math calculations
- Able to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays
· Salary: R7 500.00 · Location: South Africa · Date Posted: 17 Jan 2012 · Employer type: Restaurant
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Established in 1975, Hotel Staff is a full service, personnel placement agency, specializing in the recruitment of qualified personnel for the hospitality and allied industries. In 2002 the company became wholly owned by the consultants who assist you in your recruitment search. 
